'''Lafayette''' [http://www.lafayette-in.com] is the county seat of Tippecanoe County, [[Central Indiana]]. It is located 2 hours Southeast of [[Chicago]] and 1 hour Northwest of [[Indianapolis]]. The Greater Lafayette metropolitan area consists of the cities of Lafayette and West Lafayette. The combined population is 85,000. Neighboring West Lafayette is home to Purdue University, a large, prestigious public university.

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'''Lafayette''' [http://www.lafayette-in.com] is the county seat of Tippecanoe County, [[Central Indiana]]. It is located 2 hours Southeast of [[Chicago]] and 1 hour Northwest of [[Indianapolis]]. The Greater Lafayette metropolitan area consists of the cities of Lafayette and West Lafayette. The combined population is 97,000. Neighboring West Lafayette is home to Purdue University, a large, prestigious public university.

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==Understand==

[[Image:LafayetteCourthouse.jpg|thumb|300px|Tippecanoe County Courthouse]]

[[Image:LafayetteCourthouse.jpg|thumb|300px|Tippecanoe County Courthouse]]

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* Greyhound [http://www.greyhound.com/]. From [[Chicago]], 3.5 hours.

* Greyhound [http://www.greyhound.com/]. From [[Chicago]], 3.5 hours.

* Amtrak [http://www.amtrak.com]: Lafayette is on the Cardinal/Hoosier state line. From Chicago, 3.5 hours.

* Amtrak [http://www.amtrak.com]: Lafayette is on the Cardinal/Hoosier state line. From Chicago, 3.5 hours.

* Suburban Express [http://www.suburbanexpress.com/indexpurdue.html] bus service between Purdue and the Chicago suburbs. Goes Purdue->Chicago on Friday, Chicago->Purdue on Sunday. $25 each way.

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* Bus [http://www.gocitybus.com/], There are 15 bus routes around the cities. Tickets are $1, 10 tokens for $7.50 (you can ask for one free transfer ticket), $28 for a calendar month pass, free for students and staff at Purdue. There is a free trolley bus going from downtown Lafayette to West Lafayette/Purdue and back every 15 minutes. Some bus lines do not run on weekends, in the summer, or anytime when classes are not in session; check schedules for details. Lafayette and the surroundings areas are suburban and relatively spread out; a private automobile is recommended.

* Bus [http://www.gocitybus.com/], There are 15 bus routes around the cities. Tickets are $1, 10 tokens for $7.50 (you can ask for one free transfer ticket), $28 for a calendar month pass, free for students and staff at Purdue. There is a free trolley bus going from downtown Lafayette to West Lafayette/Purdue and back every 15 minutes. Some bus lines do not run on weekends, in the summer, or anytime when classes are not in session; check schedules for details. Lafayette and the surroundings areas are suburban and relatively spread out; a private automobile is recommended.

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==See==

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* Go to the Colt World Series [http://www.coltworldseries.com/] every August

* Go to the Colt World Series [http://www.coltworldseries.com/] every August

* Go to the Taste of Tippecanoe [http://tasteoftippecanoe.org/] every June.

* Go to the Taste of Tippecanoe [http://tasteoftippecanoe.org/] every June.

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* Visit the People's Brewing Company and try some local beer in their tasting room. Grab a growler to go. 2006 N. 9th St. Road, Lafayette, IN 47904, (765) 714-2777

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* Another local brewer of craft beer is the Lafayette Brewing Company [http://www.lafayettebrewingco.com/], which operates a full service restaurant at 622 Main St., Lafayette, IN 47904, (765)742-2591

This pizza place has been around Lafayette for over 40 years, it is expanding throughout the state now, but it all started here.

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This pizza place has been around Lafayette for over 40 years, it is expanding throughout the state now, but it all started here. </eat>

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* <eat name="Kokoro"

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The quirky owner, Tony runs this restaurant like his own little country (notice the ban on all hats as you enter), but you can't argue with his unique Asian dishes. Best sushi in town and all hand made by Tony.

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The quirky owner, Tony runs this restaurant like his own little country (notice the ban on all hats as you enter), but you can't argue with his unique Asian dishes. Best sushi in town and all hand made by Tony. </eat>

This Custard restaurant started in the 1930's and still serves the same hand dipped custard.

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This Custard restaurant started in the 1930's and still serves the same hand dipped custard. </eat>

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Right off the highway makes this restaurant perfect for road weary travelers that are looking for a nice experience in Italian food.

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A fun and welcoming atmosphere makes you feel like it's a second home. Great indoor smoking and smoke-free facility.

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* '''Triple XXX''', [http://www.triplexxxfamilyrestaurant.com] Indiana's first drive-in restaurant. Known for biscuits and gravy and a famous "Dwayne Purvis" hamburger with peanut butter. Great rootbeer too.

* '''Triple XXX''', [http://www.triplexxxfamilyrestaurant.com] Indiana's first drive-in restaurant. Known for biscuits and gravy and a famous "Dwayne Purvis" hamburger with peanut butter. Great rootbeer too.

* '''Silver Dipper''', River Market (corner of River Rd and State St). Hand-dipped ice cream and ice cream treats. Locally owned with a loyal customer base.

* '''Silver Dipper''', River Market (corner of River Rd and State St). Hand-dipped ice cream and ice cream treats. Locally owned with a loyal customer base.

* '''Hookah!''', Chauncey Hill Mall,765-743-3636 Best Mediterranean food on campus. You can enjoy a fine hookah smoke, though non smoking section is available. People tend to dance to the exotic music that is typically played after 11PM. Must be 18 years or older to enter on weekend. All ages welcome before 10PM. Good atmosphere. Full bar with International drinks as well as American favorites.

* '''Hookah!''', Chauncey Hill Mall,765-743-3636 Best Mediterranean food on campus. You can enjoy a fine hookah smoke, though non smoking section is available. People tend to dance to the exotic music that is typically played after 11PM. Must be 18 years or older to enter on weekend. All ages welcome before 10PM. Good atmosphere. Full bar with International drinks as well as American favorites.

* '''Khana Khazana''', 108 Northwestern Ave.,765-743-1223. Good Indian food, buffet for lunch and dinner, take out available. Pricey.

* '''Khana Khazana''', 108 Northwestern Ave.,765-743-1223. Good Indian food, buffet for lunch and dinner, take out available. Pricey.

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* '''Cafe Vienna Expresso Bar and Bakery''',208 South Street,765-743-4446. Good sweet treats and coffee, and an eclectic mix of sandwiches named after jazz and blues artists.

* '''Cafe Vienna Expresso Bar and Bakery''',208 South Street,765-743-4446. Good sweet treats and coffee, and an eclectic mix of sandwiches named after jazz and blues artists.

* '''Joo Joo Korean Restaurant''', Chauncey Hill Mall, 765-743-5566. Authentic Korean food, small restaurant. They have a larger restaurant on Hwy 52 (go west past the Wal-Mart) which also has billiards.

* '''Joo Joo Korean Restaurant''', Chauncey Hill Mall, 765-743-5566. Authentic Korean food, small restaurant. They have a larger restaurant on Hwy 52 (go west past the Wal-Mart) which also has billiards.

* '''Boiler Market''',320 W State St. Salads, sandwiches and some of the best pizza in town. "Pitcher and pie" specials.

* '''Boiler Market''',320 W State St. Salads, sandwiches and some of the best pizza in town. "Pitcher and pie" specials.

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==Drink==

==Drink==

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* '''Ben Hur Tavern''', 1002 S 4th.

* '''Ben Hur Tavern''', 1002 S 4th.

* '''Biltmore Tap Room''', 1202 S 4th.

* '''Biltmore Tap Room''', 1202 S 4th.

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* '''Black Sparrow''', 223 Main St. Located right down town across from the Red Seven restaurant. Smaller lunch / dinner menu with unique items. The closest Lafayette comes to a "hippie" bar. Bands often play on Friday / Saturday nights and sometimes there is a cover charge.

* '''Chumley's''', 122 N 3rd. On the courthouse square. Lots of different beers on tap make it a very popular late night alternative to the campus bars.

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* '''Chumley's''', 122 N 3rd. On the courthouse square. Lots of different beers on tap make it a very popular late night alternative to the campus bars. Monday and Thursday nights are schooner nights with especially good drink specials. Lots of TVs showing all major sporting events. Smoking is permitted.

* '''K. Dees Coffee and Roasting Company''', 1016 Main Street on Historic Main Street in downtown Lafayette Indiana 765.742.4121 [http://kdeescoffee.com] Killer Beans Coffee now has a brick and mortar home. Super premium slow roasted coffee. This is truly a place for the coffee snob and serious chocolate connoisseur, with live music on Thurdays and an art gallery with contemporary edgy works.

* '''K. Dees Coffee and Roasting Company''', 1016 Main Street on Historic Main Street in downtown Lafayette Indiana 765.742.4121 [http://kdeescoffee.com] Killer Beans Coffee now has a brick and mortar home. Super premium slow roasted coffee. This is truly a place for the coffee snob and serious chocolate connoisseur, with live music on Thurdays and an art gallery with contemporary edgy works.

* '''Knickerbocker Saloon''', 113 N 5th St., (765) 423-2234, [http://www.knickerbockersaloon.com]. Founded in 1835, billed as Indiana's oldest bar. Note that the bar itself is the oldest in Indiana, but it was moved to this location. Tons of live music, sometimes jazz or other local bands. Cover is charged when bands are playing.

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* '''Lafayette Brewing Company''', 622 Main St., Tel: (765) 742-2591, [http://www.lafayettebrewingco.com]. Lafayette's only brewery (do not ask for a bud light here, only beer made on site served). Brew pub with very good selection of beers. Also has good food and a second floor stage with live music and open mic nights.

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* '''Lafayette Brewing Company''', 622 Main St., Tel: (765) 742-2591, [http://www.lafayettebrewingco.com]. One of two Lafayette breweries (do not ask for a bud light here, only beer made on site served). Brew pub with very good selection of beers. Also has good food and a second floor stage with live music and open mic nights.

* '''People's Brewing Company''', 2006 N. 9th St. [www.peoplesbrew.com] The second of Lafayette's own brewing companies. Their beers can be found on tap at some local bars. There is a small on-site bar that serves only the People's brews.

* '''The Tick Tock Tavern & Eatery''', 1816 N. 9th Street

* '''The Tick Tock Tavern & Eatery''', 1816 N. 9th Street

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* '''The Pub''', 407 Union.

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* '''The Pub''', 407 Union. Sadly, the Pub has closed.

* '''Sgt. Preston's of the North''', 6 N 2nd.

* '''Sgt. Preston's of the North''', 6 N 2nd.

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* '''Zooleggers''', 644 Main. Lafayette's only gay bar. Recently renovated and renamed, formerly known as The Sportsman, has recently become a mecca for many underground punk, lo-fi, and garage rock concerts by local, national and international rockers alike.

===West Lafayette===

===West Lafayette===

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*<drink name="BLU135/ Hookah!" alt="" address="135 S, Chauncey Ave. West Lafayette" directions="in the Chauncey Hill Mall" phone="765-743-3636" url="lafayettehookah.com" hours="" price="$$" lat="" long="">Ultra Lounge with big city feel, Bottle service, Specialty martinis. Unique top shelf drinks. Largest dance floor on campus with state of the art sound and lighting. Live DJs Th.Fr.Sat open till 4a.m. Latin night on Thursdays, House Eurotechno and world on Fridays and Saturdays. Tapas appetizers served till 4am on weekends

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*<drink name="BLU135/ Hookah!" alt="" address="135 S, Chauncey Ave. West Lafayette" directions="in the Chauncey Hill Mall" phone="765-743-3636" url="http://lafayettehookah.com" hours="" price="$$" lat="" long="">Ultra Lounge with big city feel, Bottle service, Specialty martinis. Unique top shelf drinks. Largest dance floor on campus with state of the art sound and lighting. Live DJs Th.Fr.Sat open till 4AM Latin night on Thursdays, House Eurotechno and world on Fridays and Saturdays. Tapas appetizers served till 4AM on weekends

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* '''Brother's Bar & Grill''', 306 W. State Street. Brother's always has specials and hence makes it a fairly cheap alternative to Harry's or Yacht Club. Much more relaxed atmosphere compared to other bars on campus.

* '''Brother's Bar & Grill''', 306 W. State Street. Brother's always has specials and hence makes it a fairly cheap alternative to Harry's or Yacht Club. Much more relaxed atmosphere compared to other bars on campus.

* '''Neon Cactus''', [http://www.neoncactus.biz/] 360 Brown St. Dance club and piano bar. On Thursday nights it is mostly frequented by college students as there is a $5 cover and $0.50 32-oz beers/$1.75 32-oz well drinks.

* <drink name="Nine Irish Brothers Traditional Irish Pub" alt="" address="402 Brown St" directions="Just N of the River Rd & State intersection" phone="+1 765 746-4782" email="" fax="" url="http://www.nineirishbrothers.com" hours="11AM-1AM daily" price="">An impressively authentic Irish pub, with above average food&mdash;plenty of Irish cuisine such as shepherd's pie, Guinness beef stew, fish and chips, Connemara chicken, and--of course--corned beef and cabbage. It would be a great little Irish pub just for the atmosphere, but the big attractions are the bar and the entertainment. Nine Brothers has great draught beer, and a full bar with an impressive selection of Irish whiskeys, which are surpirsingly affordable. On weekends, the menu and booze are complemented by live Irish music; otherwise you can stop in to watch European sports (football, rugby, Gaelic football, hurling) on the telly, as well as the obligatory Purdue, Cubs, Bears, and Colts games. </drink>

* <drink name="Nine Irish Brothers Traditional Irish Pub" alt="" address="402 Brown St" directions="Just N of the River Rd & State intersection" phone="+1 765 746-4782" email="" fax="" url="http://www.nineirishbrothers.com" hours="11AM-1AM daily" price="">An impressively authentic Irish pub, with above average food&mdash;plenty of Irish cuisine such as shepherd's pie, Guinness beef stew, fish and chips, Connemara chicken, and--of course--corned beef and cabbage. It would be a great little Irish pub just for the atmosphere, but the big attractions are the bar and the entertainment. Nine Brothers has great draught beer, and a full bar with an impressive selection of Irish whiskeys, which are surpirsingly affordable. On weekends, the menu and booze are complemented by live Irish music; otherwise you can stop in to watch European sports (football, rugby, Gaelic football, hurling) on the telly, as well as the obligatory Purdue, Cubs, Bears, and Colts games. </drink>

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* '''Wabash Yacht Club''', 135 S Chauncy. Unless it is after midnight or Friday during After-School Club, this place is empty. Yacht Club is also commonly referred to as "Stacks" and is a great late night place to close down until around 3 or 4AM. Known as the Greek (Fraternity/Sorority) hangout. Yacht Club also has probably some of the best/strongest drinks on campus along with Harry's so you definitely get what you pay for.

* '''Where Else? Bar''', 304 State St. Dance floor in the back, students tend to gather here at the end of their bar crawl. Featured in Sports Illustrated as #7 College Tailgate Location in the Nation. Featured on Big Ten Network for being the home of "BREAKFAST CLUB".

* '''Where Else? Bar''', 304 State St. Dance floor in the back, students tend to gather here at the end of their bar crawl. Featured in Sports Illustrated as #7 College Tailgate Location in the Nation. Featured on Big Ten Network for being the home of "BREAKFAST CLUB".

* '''Super 8 West Lafayette''', 2030 North Gate Drive, Tel: (765) 567-7100. Located on the Interstate 65, seven miles away from Purdue University, Wolf Park and a little away from the Columbian Park. Secure Online Reservations.

* '''Super 8 West Lafayette''', 2030 North Gate Drive, Tel: (765) 567-7100. Located on the Interstate 65, seven miles away from Purdue University, Wolf Park and a little away from the Columbian Park. Secure Online Reservations.

* '''Econo Lodge West Lafayette Hotel''', 200 Brown Street, Tel: (765) 743-9661, Fax: (765) 743-8253. The closest hotel to the campus of Purdue University - located on the Northeast corner of State Street (Hwy 26) River Road (Hwy 231), near the banks of the Wabash River.

* '''Econo Lodge West Lafayette Hotel''', 200 Brown Street, Tel: (765) 743-9661, Fax: (765) 743-8253. The closest hotel to the campus of Purdue University - located on the Northeast corner of State Street (Hwy 26) River Road (Hwy 231), near the banks of the Wabash River.

* '''Union Club Hotel''', 101 North Grant Street, Tel: (765) 494-8913, Fax: (765) 494-8924, [http://www.union.purdue.edu/HTML/UnionClubHotel/]. Right on Purdue's campus, inside of the Purdue Union building. Good restaurants downstairs in the Union itself, and it is within walking distance to downtown West Lafayette and Lafayette. Has secured online reservations. If you are looking to stay here during a major Purdue home game or campus event, make sure you make your reservations early because it does fill quickly.

* '''Union Club Hotel''', 101 North Grant Street, Tel: (765) 494-8913, Fax: (765) 494-8924, [http://www.union.purdue.edu/HTML/UnionClubHotel/]. Right on Purdue's campus, inside of the Purdue Union building. Good restaurants downstairs in the Union itself, and it is within walking distance to downtown West Lafayette and Lafayette. Has secured online reservations. If you are looking to stay here during a major Purdue home game or campus event, make sure you make your reservations early because it does fill quickly.

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* Tan and Laundry at '''Levee Plaza''', just north of Wabash Landing

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* '''Barnes and Noble''', (''at Tippecanoe Mall''). (note: there is only two power outlets in the whole building for your laptop. They are directly adjacent to the handicap access ramp. If you attempt to move a table there to use the outlets, they will ask you to leave.)

* '''Barnes and Noble''', (''at Tippecanoe Mall''). (note: there is only two power outlets in the whole building for your laptop. They are directly adjacent to the handicap access ramp. If you attempt to move a table there to use the outlets, they will ask you to leave.)

* '''West Lafayette Public Library''', [http://www.wlaf.lib.in.us/].

* '''West Lafayette Public Library''', [http://www.wlaf.lib.in.us/].

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* '''Tippecanoe County Public Library: all branches''', [http://www.tcpl.lib.in.us], login with a valid or guest library card.

* '''Ivy Tech Branch of Tippecanoe County Public Library''', [http://www.tcpl.lib.in.us/branch/index.htm].

* '''Ivy Tech Branch of Tippecanoe County Public Library''', [http://www.tcpl.lib.in.us/branch/index.htm].

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Lafayette[9] is the county seat of Tippecanoe County, Central Indiana. It is located 2 hours Southeast of Chicago and 1 hour Northwest of Indianapolis. The Greater Lafayette metropolitan area consists of the cities of Lafayette and West Lafayette. The combined population is 97,000. Neighboring West Lafayette is home to Purdue University, a large, prestigious public university.

The area is divided by the Wabash river. To the east of the river is Lafayette and to the west is West Lafayette. Lafayette is broken down into several neighborhoods. Starting at the river and heading East is Downtown. Here you will find numerous shops and restaurants as well as most of the museums and theaters. North of downtown is the Historical Centennial Neighborhood. South of downtown is the Ninth Street Hill Neighborhood. Most of the shopping and hotels are either Downtown or along one of the main arteries. State Rd 26 runs East and West bisecting both cities. State Rd 52 curves around the East side of town and crosses the river into the Northern side of West Lafayette. On State Rd 52 near the Southeast side of town you will find the Tippecanoe Mall. Interstate 65 marks the Eastern edge of Lafayette. From South to North there are 4 exits for Lafayette, St Rd 38, St Rd 26, St Rd 25, and St Rd 43 (for West Lafayette).

The John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge connects downtown Lafayette with West Lafayette. Starting at the river and heading west into West Lafayette is the Levee area and Wabash Landing. This area is fairly new with several shops, a multiplex theater, park, and outdoor ice skating rink. Continue west up the hill on State Rd. 26 to the Chauncey Hill and Village area. There you will find most of the college bars and several restaurants. Continue west on Hwy. 26 to pass through the main campus of Purdue University. To the North and East of Purdue is the main residential area of West Lafayette.

Bus [18], There are 15 bus routes around the cities. Tickets are $1, 10 tokens for $7.50 (you can ask for one free transfer ticket), $28 for a calendar month pass, free for students and staff at Purdue. There is a free trolley bus going from downtown Lafayette to West Lafayette/Purdue and back every 15 minutes. Some bus lines do not run on weekends, in the summer, or anytime when classes are not in session; check schedules for details. Lafayette and the surroundings areas are suburban and relatively spread out; a private automobile is recommended.

Farmers market [32], 5th Street on Tuesday and Saturday mornings, and Thursday evenings from May to late October. Saturday markets feature a much larger set of vendors than the weekday markets.

Von's Records, Comics, Gifts, Books [33], 319-325 W. State St. West Lafayette, (765)-743-1915, 4 semi-separate stores but all next to each other and the place to find odd gifts, used books, comics, music, etc.

JL Records, 380 Brown St., West Lafayette, Independent music store in the best sense of that tradition. Lots of hard to find vinyl and cds.

LA Village Food Mart, 208 South St., in the Village, Groceries and Indian specialties.

Kokoro, 526 Main St., ☎(765) 742-8180. The quirky owner, Tony runs this restaurant like his own little country (notice the ban on all hats as you enter), but you can't argue with his unique Asian dishes. Best sushi in town and all hand made by Tony. edit

Hookah!, Chauncey Hill Mall,765-743-3636 Best Mediterranean food on campus. You can enjoy a fine hookah smoke, though non smoking section is available. People tend to dance to the exotic music that is typically played after 11PM. Must be 18 years or older to enter on weekend. All ages welcome before 10PM. Good atmosphere. Full bar with International drinks as well as American favorites.

Khana Khazana, 108 Northwestern Ave.,765-743-1223. Good Indian food, buffet for lunch and dinner, take out available. Pricey.

Bombay Indian Restaurant, 111 South River Rd.,765-746-2345. Buffet available but is a bit more pricey (~$9-10). Definitely worth a visit.

Kibu Cafe, 101 South River Rd. Suite D. 765-743-3190. Delicious and authentic Korean + Japanese food, larger restaurant than Joo Joo. Offers various popular menu from Korea and Japan including their signature hand-made noodle made fresh daily. Also available a business meeting room for reservation.

Black Sparrow, 223 Main St. Located right down town across from the Red Seven restaurant. Smaller lunch / dinner menu with unique items. The closest Lafayette comes to a "hippie" bar. Bands often play on Friday / Saturday nights and sometimes there is a cover charge.

Chumley's, 122 N 3rd. On the courthouse square. Lots of different beers on tap make it a very popular late night alternative to the campus bars. Monday and Thursday nights are schooner nights with especially good drink specials. Lots of TVs showing all major sporting events. Smoking is permitted.

K. Dees Coffee and Roasting Company, 1016 Main Street on Historic Main Street in downtown Lafayette Indiana 765.742.4121 [41] Killer Beans Coffee now has a brick and mortar home. Super premium slow roasted coffee. This is truly a place for the coffee snob and serious chocolate connoisseur, with live music on Thurdays and an art gallery with contemporary edgy works.

Kooler Keg, 1035 N. 6th Street

Knickerbocker Saloon, 113 N 5th St., (765) 423-2234, [42]. Founded in 1835, billed as Indiana's oldest bar. Note that the bar itself is the oldest in Indiana, but it was moved to this location. Tons of live music, sometimes jazz or other local bands. Cover is charged when bands are playing.

Lafayette Brewing Company, 622 Main St., Tel: (765) 742-2591, [43]. One of two Lafayette breweries (do not ask for a bud light here, only beer made on site served). Brew pub with very good selection of beers. Also has good food and a second floor stage with live music and open mic nights.

Linwood Tavern, 1244 N 14th.

Local Bar, [http://www.thelocalbar.net] 522 South 4th St. Smoke friendly bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.

People's Brewing Company, 2006 N. 9th St. [www.peoplesbrew.com] The second of Lafayette's own brewing companies. Their beers can be found on tap at some local bars. There is a small on-site bar that serves only the People's brews.

BLU135/ Hookah!, 135 S, Chauncey Ave. West Lafayette (in the Chauncey Hill Mall), ☎765-743-3636, [7]. Ultra Lounge with big city feel, Bottle service, Specialty martinis. Unique top shelf drinks. Largest dance floor on campus with state of the art sound and lighting. Live DJs Th.Fr.Sat open till 4AM Latin night on Thursdays, House Eurotechno and world on Fridays and Saturdays. Tapas appetizers served till 4AM on weekends $$. edit

Brother's Bar & Grill, 306 W. State Street. Brother's always has specials and hence makes it a fairly cheap alternative to Harry's or Yacht Club. Much more relaxed atmosphere compared to other bars on campus.

Harry's Chocolate Shop, 329 W State St, [45]. Harry's is a campus classic and has been around since the times of prohibition. It used to be a soda fountain but don't expect any chocolate to be served in this drinking mainstay. The vast majority of Purdue's campus will probably say Harry's is their favorite bar since it has a little of something for everyone. Strong drinks.

Neon Cactus, [46] 360 Brown St. Dance club and piano bar. On Thursday nights it is mostly frequented by college students as there is a $5 cover and $0.50 32-oz beers/$1.75 32-oz well drinks.

Nine Irish Brothers Traditional Irish Pub, 402 Brown St (Just N of the River Rd & State intersection), ☎+1 765 746-4782, [8]. 11AM-1AM daily. An impressively authentic Irish pub, with above average food—plenty of Irish cuisine such as shepherd's pie, Guinness beef stew, fish and chips, Connemara chicken, and--of course--corned beef and cabbage. It would be a great little Irish pub just for the atmosphere, but the big attractions are the bar and the entertainment. Nine Brothers has great draught beer, and a full bar with an impressive selection of Irish whiskeys, which are surpirsingly affordable. On weekends, the menu and booze are complemented by live Irish music; otherwise you can stop in to watch European sports (football, rugby, Gaelic football, hurling) on the telly, as well as the obligatory Purdue, Cubs, Bears, and Colts games. edit

Where Else? Bar, 304 State St. Dance floor in the back, students tend to gather here at the end of their bar crawl. Featured in Sports Illustrated as #7 College Tailgate Location in the Nation. Featured on Big Ten Network for being the home of "BREAKFAST CLUB".

Super 8 West Lafayette, 2030 North Gate Drive, Tel: (765) 567-7100. Located on the Interstate 65, seven miles away from Purdue University, Wolf Park and a little away from the Columbian Park. Secure Online Reservations.

Econo Lodge West Lafayette Hotel, 200 Brown Street, Tel: (765) 743-9661, Fax: (765) 743-8253. The closest hotel to the campus of Purdue University - located on the Northeast corner of State Street (Hwy 26) River Road (Hwy 231), near the banks of the Wabash River.

Union Club Hotel, 101 North Grant Street, Tel: (765) 494-8913, Fax: (765) 494-8924, [47]. Right on Purdue's campus, inside of the Purdue Union building. Good restaurants downstairs in the Union itself, and it is within walking distance to downtown West Lafayette and Lafayette. Has secured online reservations. If you are looking to stay here during a major Purdue home game or campus event, make sure you make your reservations early because it does fill quickly.

All the public libraries have wired Internet computers available for use by anyone for limited time periods. Airimba [48] have commercial wireless access at four apartment sites at very affordable rates especially for short stays. Other locations offering internet access include:

Barnes and Noble, (at Tippecanoe Mall). (note: there is only two power outlets in the whole building for your laptop. They are directly adjacent to the handicap access ramp. If you attempt to move a table there to use the outlets, they will ask you to leave.)

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